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How to wrap a gift when the paper is too short

A mind-blowing hack. - by Laura Barry
  • 14 Dec 2020

Wrapping gifts is one of the most enjoyable parts of the Christmas season.

WATCH: Tara Dennis' guide to DIY Christmas wrapping paper

From picking out paper to pretty ribbons and gift tags, pulling together a delightful gift ‘look’ is something everyone loves.

However, we have all experienced the horror of coming to the last gift that needs to be wrapped, only to realise the paper is too short to wrap the gift, no matter which way it’s positioned.

Never fear, for we have a mind-blowing hack to share with you that is so simple you’ll kick yourself for having not thought of it sooner!

Originally shared as a TikTok video via via @mrs_dee_penda, Twitter user @holysmoakes shared the video hack in a tweet that has since gone viral, racking up more than 158,000 retweets and 494,000 likes. Watch the video below!

All you need to do is fold in your wrapping paper at the corners, to the centre of your gift, envelope-style! Genius!

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Laura Barry
Laura Barry
Laura Barry is a writer, bookworm and interior design enthusiast with a love for reporting on all things homes, travel and lifestyle. When not tapping away at her keyboard, Laura can be found making endless cups of tea or perusing the shelves of Sydney’s many bookstores.

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